Weirder Together Records is the newly launched production company and creative haven founded by husband and wife team Ben Lee and Ione Skye. Breaking away from traditional labels and networks, Weirder Together Records is a container for all the exciting projects the acclaimed singer-songwriter and celebrated actress want to get behind.
Since its inception, Weirder Together has been a driving force behind various creative endeavours. From podcast series like ‘Jello Biafra’s Renegade Round Table’, ‘Vague Data with Brock Enright’, ‘Weirder Together with Ben Lee & Ione Skye’, and ‘The Future of Being a Musician’, to limited edition fanzines featuring Ione Skye’s captivating watercolour paintings, the project has been a catalyst for imaginative collaborations and boundary-pushing content. Additionally, they are in the process of developing a YouTube video essay series by the talented Safy Hallan-Farah.
Weirder Together most recently released ‘Tuck Shop’, a captivating collaboration between Ben Lee and Ninajirachi, and continues to build anticipation for the upcoming collaboration between Ben Lee and Georgia Maq, set to be released next month. Furthermore, they have been creating intimate and unforgettable experiences by hosting events such as private performances by Amyl & the Sniffers and Joanna Sternberg at Lee and Skye’s home in Laurel Canyon.
Expanding on this foundation, the label side of Weirder Together is “…all about breaking down barriers and creating cool shit with cool people,” says Ben Lee. The label’s mission is to provide a platform for artists to express themselves freely and authentically, fostering an environment of collaboration and creative exploration.
In line with this vision, Weirder Together Records is thrilled to announce this new venture with the new release from indie folk duo McDermott & North. ‘The Hollywood EP’ is a beautiful testament to the power of love, connection, and the magic found in everyday moments.
‘The Hollywood EP’ is the result of a fortuitous encounter between McDermott & North and Lee while the duo were busking in Sydney, Australia. Drawn to their mesmerizing harmonies and heartfelt sounds, Lee recognized the duo’s unique talent and embarked on a collaboration that would shape the EP and mark a significant milestone for both Weirder Together Records and McDermott & North.
With McDermott & North entrusting Lee to produce the EP, he rallied an exceptional team to contribute their expertise, including Joey Waronker on drums (Beck, Roger Waters, REM), Roger Manning Jr on keys (Jellyfish, Glen Campbell, U2, Broken Social Scene), and Mike Viola on bass (Panic at the Disco, Dawes, Ryan Adams).
‘The Hollywood EP’ by McDermott & North is out now via Weirder Together Records. It promises to be a captivating journey through evocative melodies and poignant lyrics that resonate with audiences from all walks of life. Stream the EP via the link below.
For more information about Weirder Together and updates on their latest projects, please visit their website at www.weirdertogether.com.